Bahamas Escape – Grand Bahama & Eleuthera

About this cruise

Short trips like this tend to hit differently because every day actually counts. You leave Jacksonville on June 27, 2026 for 5 nights visiting Princess Cays and Celebration Key. You start at sea, hit the ports, then finish at sea. The ports feel like the centrepiece, framed by lazy ocean days. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Carnival Elation has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. A June departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 5-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.